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NFC Academy Is A Provider in the Florida Empowerment Scholarship Program

Use Your Step-Up EMA Account To Pay for Programs At NFC Academy

Florida’s School Choice and Scholarship Programs

Use Your Step-Up Scholarship At NFC Academy

Florida Empowerment Scholarship

Step-by-Step: Purchasing NFC Academy Course Bundles with EMA Funds

(Florida Empowerment Scholarship – FES)

1. Confirm Scholarship, EMA Access, and School Records

• Ensure the student is approved for the Florida Empowerment Scholarship (FES).

• The parent/guardian (EMA account holder) must have active access to the EMA portal.

• Have the student’s previous school records available (report cards, transcripts, IEP/learning plans if applicable).

  • These records are often required to confirm the correct grade level, academic placement, and learning path before final enrollment.

2. Log in to the EMA Portal

• Sign in to the EMA portal using the parent/guardian credentials associated with the scholarship.

3. Navigate to MyScholarShop

• From the EMA dashboard, select MyScholarShop.

• MyScholarShop is the only approved marketplace for purchasing educational services with EMA funds.

4. Search for NFC Academy

• Use the search bar or browse by category (Curriculum, Courses, or Educational Services).

• Select NFC Academy to view available course bundles.

5. Consult with NFC Academy (Optional but Encouraged)

• Parents may consult with NFC Academy staff to:

  • Review the student’s prior school records

  • Confirm appropriate grade placement and course level

  • Determine the best bundle for the student’s academic path

• Important:

  • NFC Academy can guide and advise, but all purchases must be completed by the parent through MyScholarShop.

  • NFC Academy cannot place orders on a family’s behalf.

6. Select the Appropriate Course Bundle

• Choose the NFC Academy bundle that:

  • Matches the student’s grade level

  • Aligns with the student’s academic history and goals

  • Is clearly marked as EMA-eligible

• Add the selected bundle(s) to the cart.

7. Review Cart & Submit Purchase

• Review all details carefully:

  • Student name and information

  • Course bundle description

  • Total cost (must be within available EMA funds)

• Submit the purchase using EMA scholarship funds through MyScholarShop.

8. EMA Processing & Approval

• The EMA system processes the order.

• Most eligible purchases are approved automatically if funds are available.

• Order status can be monitored within the EMA portal.